Vocational Nursing Instructor (Full-time, Temporary)

El Paso Community College•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vocational Nursing Instructor provides instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. In-person work on campus is an essential function. The instructor teaches the Evening/Weekend VN Program track, with regularly scheduled weekday afternoon/evening and weekend classes, and may be required to teach at multiple campuses during a semester. The role includes developing and revising curriculum and instructional materials, evaluating curriculum and student learning outcomes, advising students, contributing to divisional and College activities, and supporting the College’s community mission. This is a full-time temporary position. Supplemental salary depends on credentials and is stated as 23% of salary.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Nursing; a transcript showing completed coursework and conferred degrees must be submitted with the application.
Unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Texas, or eligibility for licensure.
Three years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care or community health setting providing direct patient care.
Experience or ability to teach in the nursing discipline using a student-centered approach.
Experience or ability to teach at the community college level.
Experience or ability to incorporate innovative teaching practices and technology into the classroom.
Ability to teach regularly scheduled classes on weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends for the Evening/Weekend VN Program track.
Ability to teach at multiple campuses within a semester if required by College needs.
Successful applicant must undergo a criminal background check.
Successful candidate must provide documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

Follow approved course syllabi and provide students with a syllabus explaining course requirements, objectives, methods of attaining objectives, and evaluation methods by the end of the first week of classes.
Use teaching methods suited to students with varying educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
Enable students to assess their progress and provide reasonable opportunities to master course objectives.
Develop and revise curriculum and instructional materials; submit syllabi or addendums to the Division Office.
Assist in selecting textbooks and other instructional materials.
Evaluate curriculum and assess student learning outcomes.
Post and maintain office hours according to institutional guidelines.
Serve as an academic advisor and provide appropriate leadership and supervision in student activities.
Arrange for students to evaluate instruction and submit evaluations to the designated office.
Participate in divisional and departmental responsibilities, including proposing programs and projects and contributing leadership to their implementation.
Participate in committees and contribute to College governance through active committee service.
Work with faculty to accomplish the goals of the discipline, division, and College.
Attend scheduled discipline and division activities during the academic year, except when they conflict with a regularly scheduled teaching assignment or an activity approved by the Dean, Director, or Associate Vice President.
Participate in faculty orientation, professional development seminars, and activities that support professional growth.
Maintain professional awareness and growth and support the community college’s mission to serve the community.
Assist with ongoing discipline or program activities, such as student recruitment, selection of off-campus instructional or clinical sites, and accreditation preparation.
Perform other duties appropriate to the position as assigned or directed.